Walk at Work Step Count Challenge 2012

Want to get your workplace moving in 2012?

*We have now allocated all our pedometers. For more information call 01259 222 396*

Over 8 weeks teams of 5 will record their daily step counts using pedometers. The emphasis of the challenge is on setting personal goals and getting more active. We’ll also give you tips, challenges and ideas on how to create a virtual journey by counting your steps and converting them into miles. There will also be some fantastic prize draws. Where will your challenge take you?

This year’s challenge begins on the 5th March and will run for 8 weeks. To register your workplace for the challenge you need to:

1. Download the Registration Form and Coordinator Information Pack  
2. Recruit your teams and send us your Registration Form
3. Distribute Participant Information Pack and pedometers to your teams
4. Complete a short online survey
5. Get walking

Walking has lots of benefits. A physically active workforce has been shown to take less sick days and be more productive. It should also give a healthy boost to staff morale and team working. If you are working towards your Healthy Working Lives Award then participation in the challenge will also contribute towards this.

Find out more about last year’s challenge in our short report.

Don’t forget to follow the challenge on our blog. We’ll keep this updated with news, your stories and competitions.

Please note: Registration forms should be returned by Friday 17th February. Spaces and pedometers will be allocated on a first come first served basis. 

To find out more contact us at walkatwork@pathsforall.org.uk